Panasonic S5 II X + SIGMA 28-70mm f2.8

Panasonic S5 II X + SIGMA 28-70mm

Features of the PANASONIC S5 II X

Designed for professional content creators who need robust stills, sophisticated video options, and live streaming functionality, the second-generation Lumix S5 IIX PANASONIC mirrorless camera is equipped with a host of new features to bring their vision to life. Benefiting from a new sensor design and an updated processing engine with L2 technology, the S5 IIX is the first Lumix camera to offer Phase Hybrid AF for fast and accurate autofocus performance. Taking full advantage of the 24.2MP sensor and upgraded processor, this camera records 6K video for up to 30 minutes, while unlimited 4K video capture is also available. Optimized for video, the S5 IIX is also equipped with a new Active I.S. that supports walking shots to further improve image stabilization during video recording.

Unique to the advanced S5 IIX, this model comes preloaded with sophisticated video features that benefit the professional user. These include HDMI RAW video data output, USB-SSD recording, ALL-Intra recording, and ProRes recording. Live streaming functionality is also standard, and the S5 IIX offers wireless IP streaming, USB connection to smartphones, and wired IP streaming. In addition, this camera is the first Lumix camera to feature a refined and stealthy all-black design.

New Sensor and Processing Engine
Featuring an enhanced 24.2 MP full-frame CMOS sensor and an updated image processing engine with L2 technology, the S5 IIX's sensor incorporates a newly developed Phase Hybrid AF system, a first for Lumix series cameras, which provides 779 phase-detection points for enhanced subject tracking. Balancing high sensitivity and wide dynamic range, the sensor provides a useful ISO 100-51200 range, which can be expanded to ISO 50-204800 to work in a variety of lighting conditions. Well-equipped for action and fast-moving subjects, the S5 IIX also allows you to shoot at full resolution of up to 9fps with the mechanical shutter and up to 30fps with the electronic shutter. Additionally, the S5 IIX uses sensor-shift stabilization technology and features a high-resolution mode to capture and compile eight separate exposures to create a single 96MP RAW or JPEG file. Suitable for static subjects and when working on a tripod, this mode creates a more detailed and accurate image in color than a single shot can produce and produces an image with a resolution of 12000 x 8000 pixels.

6K and 4K video recording
In addition to still images, the S5 IIX features high-capacity video recording assets. 6K30p full-frame recording with 10-bit 4:2:0 color can be captured for up to 30 minutes, while unlimited video recording is possible when shooting in 10-bit DCI and UHD 4K60p 4:2:2 mode. The camera supports 120p video capture for videographers who want to create high-resolution slow-motion videos, and HDMI RAW output is possible through an optional license upgrade. V-Log has been pre-installed on this camera and is used to capture a flat, neutral gamma curve and a dynamic range equivalent to more than 14 stops provides precise control of color data in post-production, as well as seamless editing with footage shots. with VariCam cameras.

Borrowing from PANASONIC's line of broadcast camcorders, Dual Native ISO helps achieve a balanced combination of low noise and high sensitivity to best suit work in a variety of lighting conditions. Two dedicated circuits are provided for each pixel: a Low ISO circuit provides base sensitivities of ISO 100 for normal use, ISO 640 when V-Log is applied, ISO 400 when HLG is applied, and ISO 200 when Cinelike D2/V2 is applied; a low-noise circuit provides base sensitivities of ISO 640 for normal use, ISO 4000 when V-Log is applied, ISO 2500 when HLG is applied, and ISO 1250 when Cinelike D2/V2 is applied.

Professional-grade video features

• Offering improved performance and ease of use, the S5 IIX provides HDMI RAW video data output.
• For videographers who want to improve efficiency in data backup and post-processing, recording and playback are supported by an external SSD via USB. ALL-Intra recording and ProRes recording are also supported.
• Designed for modern users and content creators, the camera enables wireless IP streaming, USB connection to smartphones, and wired IP streaming.

Highlights of the 28-70mm f2.8 DG DN SIGMA Lens

The contemporary 28-70mm f/2.8 DG DN lens for SONY E-Mount from SIGMA is a versatile wide-angle to portrait zoom that is characterized by its constant maximum aperture of f/2.8. The design adapts to working in available lighting conditions while providing greater control over depth of field. Lighter and more compact than similar 24-70mm lenses, its optical design incorporates two FLD and two low-dispersion SLD elements plus three aspherical elements that reduce a variety of aberrations for high sharpness, greater clarity, and improved color accuracy. It features a single lightweight focusing element, which keeps the AF unit small. This, coupled with a quiet and fast stepper motor, makes for responsive, near-silent autofocus performance, an ideal combination for filmmakers looking for a high-performance, lightweight, and easy-to-handle camera system that works well with a gimbal or other accessories.

Each optical surface features super-multi-layer, nano-porous coatings to improve contrast and color reproduction by suppressing lens flare and ghosting for optimal light transmission, and an additional water- and oil-repellent layer on the front optics helps keep the lens smudge-free. and droplets. The weather-sealed design benefits when working in harsh environmental conditions, and a rounded nine-blade diaphragm provides pleasing bokeh quality when using wider apertures.

• Standard zoom for full-frame E-mount mirrorless cameras

• Focal length equivalent to 42-105mm when used on an APS-C camera

• Constant maximum aperture of f2.8 for low-light use and depth-of-field control

• Two Low Dispersion F-Elements (FLD) and two Special Low Dispersion Elements (SLDs) reduce chromatic aberrations and color fringing

• Three aspherical elements control spherical aberrations and distortion.

• Super-multi-layered, nanoporous coatings minimize lens flare and ghosting and produce neutral, contrast-rich color images

• Built-in stepper motor and optimised AF algorithm provide fast and quiet autofocus

• Minimum focusing distance of 28mm: 19cm, 1:3.3 magnification

• Minimum focusing distance of 70mm: 38cm, magnification 1:4.6

• Rounded nine-blade diaphragm for pleasing bokeh quality

• Brass bayonet for precision and rigidity of mounting

• Rubber sealing for dust and splash resistance